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FRONTIER COUNTRY - EASTERN CAPE

Frontier Country, Eastern Cape: A hauntingly beautiful region, arguably the crucible of South African history, Frontier Country is a vibrant mix of all the best that Africa has to offer. One of the premier tourist routes in the Eastern Cape, it has a turbulent past, with more forts than the rest of South Africa combined. Now no longer the scene of conflict and strife, Frontier Country is the historic heartland of the Eastern Cape and embodies the spirit of the many and varied cultures who met here and made their mark - Khoi, Xhosa, Boer and British. They brought with them a rich heritage that can still be seen today in towns and villages all over the Eastern Cape.

With Grahamstown at its centre, Frontier Country is one of the most diverse ecological regions in South Africa, with a variety of biomes that provide unspoilt and spectacular scenery. Thousands of hectares are devoted to nature and game conservation, bringing with them the return of great herds of wildlife to the places where they once roamed freely. This malaria-free region is fast gaining local and international popularity for excellent game-viewing with a variety of private reserves which include the Big Five.
DESTINATIONS OF THIS REGION
Adelaide Grahamstown
Addo Hogsback
Alicedale King Williams Town
Alexandria Kirkwood
Bathurst Nanaga
Cathcart Paterson
Colchester Riebeeck East
Fort Beaufort Zuurberg
NOTABLE ATTRACTIONS
Game and Nature Reserves
Bushman Sands Game Reserve
Addo Elephant Park
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Grahamstown National Arts Festival
Valley of the Ancient Voices
Kirkwood Wildlife Festival
Frontier Country, Eastern Cape
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FRONTIER COUNTRY DESTINATIONS

Addo: Completely overshadowed by the world-renowned Addo Elephant Park, there is actually a little town about an hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth, called Addo. This small citrus farming community serves mainly as a supplement to the park, offering accommodation and a place to shop before ... more » Addo Info
Alicedale: Situated in the Bushman's River Canyon in the Eastern Cape, Alicedale is 50 kilometres from Grahamstown and 100 kilometers from Port Elizabeth. Surrounded by valley bushveld, the town exhibits a rich multi-cultural heritage, from ancient Bushman paintings to the Victorian Karoo flavour  ... more » Alicedale Info
Alexandria lies en route to Bushman’s River Mouth and Kenton-on-Sea just 50 kilometres from Port Alfred, roughly halfway between Durban and Cape Town. It is described as a friendly farming community that sustains itself from chicory, dairy and pineapple plantations ... more » Alexandria Info
Bathurst: Bathurst is situated on the fringes of both the Sunshine Coast and Frontier Country, a half hour drive from Grahamstown or 10 minutes from Port Alfred. Halfway between Port Elizabeth and East London, Bathurst is a short 10 minutes from Port Alfred, with it's fabulous beaches ... more » Bathurst Info
Colchester: Lying on the banks of the Sundays River, just 20 minutes’ drive from the coast of Port Elizabeth, lies Colchester in a part of the country that remains largely unspoilt, surrounded by sand dunes that date back about 100 000 years. Colchester residents are proud of their history. The little ... more » Colchester Info
Grahamstown: The charm of the small cathedral city of Grahamstown owes much to history. Set in the heart of Settler Country, outstanding examples of Georgian and Victorian architecture, more than 40 churches and several fine museums are among Grahamstowns attractions ... more » Grahamstown Info
Fort Beaufort: Surrounded by spectacular mountain ranges, Fort Beaufort was established in 1822 to keep a check on Xhosa tribes. Today, the town is the centre of a prosperous citrus farming area. The Historical Museum, Military Museum and Martello Tower attest to Fort Beaufort's military past. ... more » Fort Beaufort Info
Hogsback: The little village of Hogsback is situated in the foothills of The Three Hogs, which, with the adjacent Gaika's Kop, are distinctive landmarks in the Amatola Mountain range.  The tranquil and pure mountain air is exhilarating, with forests, waterfalls and mist creating a truly unique setting and ...more » Hogsback Info
KING WILLIAM'S TOWN King Williams Town Accommodation
King Williams Town: Considered one of the most interesting towns to visit in the region, along with Grahamstown, King William’s Town began its life on the banks of the Buffalo River as a mission station in 1834. About 50km west of East London, King William's Town is renowned for its beautiful ...more » King Williams Town info
Kirkwood: The farming community of Kirkwood, in the heart of the Sundays River Valley, close to the northern regions of the Addo Elephant Park, would arguably remain in obscurity were it not for the Kirkwood Wildlife Festival in June of every year. Now in its sixth year, the festival is a highlight of the area and the ...more » Kirkwood Info
Paterson: In the foothills of the Zuurberg Mountains, bang in the middle of game reserve country, lies the little village of Paterson - named after its founder, John Paterson. Not quite midway between Shamwari and the Addo Elephant Park, you would be right to assume it an obvious stopover for game ...more » Paterson Info
The somewhat obscure little village of Nanaga scores by dint of the fact that it is ideally placed on the South African map. Not only is it virtually just outside the Greater Addo Elephant Park, but it is also a short drive from the Sunshine Coast and other malaria-free safari game reserves. Just where the ...more » Nanaga Info
Riebeeck East: Riebeek East is a village lost in time.  The Afrikaner architectural influence is visible in the houses and many of the inhabitants can trace their routes back to the original owners of the homes. The village itself has tar roads, but all access roads are gravel, adding to the distinctive ...more » Riebeeck East Info
Zuurberg: Zuurberg lies at the foot of the mountain of the same name. The historic Zuurberg Pass, almost entirely surrounded by the Greater Addo National Park, is a narrow cutting through the Zuurberg Mountains, built in the 1850s and the original main route into the hinterland ...more » Zuurberg Info
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FRONTIER COUNTRY ATTRACTIONS

GAME & NATURE RESERVES Eastern Cape Game Reserves

Frontier Country is still the only place in Africa where one can view the big five in an environment free of malaria, bilharzia and other tropical diseases and in their natural habitat. The area now has nearly a million hectares devoted to game. A range of public and private reserves span the area including the famous Addo Elephant Park.

Addo Elephant Park: The Addo Elephant National Park was established in 1931 to protect the last 11 wild elephants from extermination. Today more than 350 elephants roam through this area. Addo Elephant National Park offers the greatest elephant spectacle on earth. Excellent viewing of black ... Addo Elephant Park
BUSHMAN SANDS GAME RESERVE Bushman Sands accommodation
Bushman Sands Game Reserve: Situated on nearly 4000 hectares of former farmland, Bushman Sands game reserve offers malaria free sightings of the Big Five game. Working with Shamwari's conservation team, Bushman Sands have reintroduced indigenous animals to the reserve ... Bushman Sands Game Reserve
SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE Shamwari accommodation
Shamwari Private Game Reserve: Shamwari Game Reserve is the Southernmost, Big Game, private reserve in Africa - Malaraia Free. This ultimate African adventure stretches along the Bushman's river, halfway between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown, and forms a natural extension to the ... Shamwari Game Reserve
GRAHAMSTOWN NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL Eastern Cape Events
National Arts Festival: Africa's largest and most colorful cultural event offers a choice of the very best of both indigenous and imported talent. Every year for 11 days (end June to July) Grahamstown's population almost doubles, as over 50 000 people flock to the city for a feast of arts, crafts and ... Grahamstown National Arts Festival
KIRKWOOD WILDLIFE FESTIVAL South Africa Events & Festivals
Kirkwood’s annual wildlife festival developed around an auction of game from the Addo Elephant National Park and other reserves has become a firm family favourite because of the variety it offers. There is a special play area to keep the very young safe and happy while the rest of the family enjoys the ... Kirkwood Wildlife Festival
VALLEY OF THE ANCIENT VOICES Eastern Cape Tours
Join a walk tour that spans thousands of years in The Valley of the Ancient Voices. Discover the rock art, relics and artifacts as well as the history of a place that has been used as a home, a refuge and a place of spiritual significance. 20 minutes from Grahamstown and a ... Valley Of The Ancient Voices »
Hogsback Arts Festival South Africa Events & Festivals
Hogsback Arts Festival: Sponsored by the National Arts Council, Eastern Cape Provincial Arts & Culture Council and Hogsback Chamber of Business, the Hogsback Arts Spring Festival presents a line-up of multi-cultural events to bring to the mountain, people with wide interests and a ... Hogsback Arts Festival

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